Travel MRI Technologist - $2,819 per week

TotalMed Inc.; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Sick pay

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Monroeville, PA. The role requires 1 year of MRI experience, BLS, and ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification with applicable state licensing.

You will perform MRI procedures, ensure image quality, and support physicians with accurate images. Responsibilities include patient preparation, safety screening, IV start, contrast administration, and PACS usage, with 40 hours per week on days

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of MRI experience.
• Valid ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification with registration if required.
• State licensing may be required in the job location.

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identification and explain procedures.
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to procedures.
• Position patients for scans and ensure safety.
• Assist radiologist during procedures.
• Start IVs and administer contrast per protocol.
• Evaluate image quality and organize images for physicians.
• Operate contrast injectors and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain patient records and use PACS system.

Skills

MRI Safety

Patient Care

Image Interpretation

Procedure Positioning

Contrast Administration

PACs Knowledge

Education

ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT Certification

BLS Certification

State Licensing (where required)

Tools

McKesson PACS

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel job in Monroeville, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: MRI Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Monroeville, PA. The right MRI Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

As an MRI Tech, you will be responsible for the use of magnetic resonance imaging equipment and ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. MRI Techs are also responsible for the preparation of and caring for patients undergoing MRI imaging.

Tasks

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to procedure performance
• Correctly interpret doctors' written instructions
• Position patients for MRI scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff
• Assist radiologist with procedure performance
• Start I.V.s, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately
• Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT National Certification with registration in magnetic resonance imaging, and state‑specific licensing when required.

MRI Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: ARRT (MR), BLS, 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1513600. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: MRI Technologists - MRI Tech RAD - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly‑skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short‑staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1